The government would take a tough stand against the illegal colonisers and builders who would obstruct the ongoing drive in the state, Sidhu said while talking to media persons here after inspecting the ongoing repair of heritage buildings in Kapurthala

Businessmen in the real estate sector are of the view that the incentives will give a boost to the sector. They also feel that formulation of the NRI property safeguard act will bring NRI investors to Punjab again.

Among the long list of relaxation sought from the government is the implementation of the proposal to set up separate counters for issuance of no objection certificates (NOCs) for unauthorized colonies, immediate notification of the promised cut in registration fee and lack of awareness about heavy penalty for cash property transactions.

The fund-starved Punjab government has envisaged a new plan to develop cities and provide basic infrastructure by making land owners their partners in development. In turn, the landowners will be offered branding, expertise and influence.